Director Engine Certification

Desirable experience and qualifications

Qualifications in academic Technical education, MSc or equivalent

Leadership competence and capabilities

Experience in engine certification process

Experience of working with authorities

Experience of reading and interpret emission legislation

Experience of technical documentation

A structured and accurate way of working

Fluent in Swedish and English is a minimum. Other language skills are welcome

Good communication skills, both in terms of reports, presentations and in discussions

At Volvo Penta we are actively working to establish teams that will take maximum advantage of the strength inherent in differences in knowledge, experience, age, gender, nationality etc. We find that well balanced working teams increase group dynamics, creativity and new approaches to solutions. Due to current personnel structure, we especially welcome female applicants for this position. Director Engine Certification – Quality, Environment and Product Compliance

The Volvo Penta vision is to be the world leader in sustainable power solutions. We have a history of innovation and enjoy strong market positions based on our current product and service offer.

Our employees describe Volvo Penta as a great place to work, built upon respect and commitment. We encourage people to take individual responsibility and offer exciting assignments in a highly innovative environment.

The Engine Certification Department is now looking for a new leader.

About us

The Engine Certification Department is responsible for emission certification for all Volvo Penta products all over the world. We work with both marine and industrial engines. We have a broad network both internally and externally.

Position description

Are you passionate about sustainability and environmental issues? Are you interested in working and developing the certification team and process at Volvo Penta? Do you appreciate leading an engaged team with competent colleagues in a stimulating international environment? Do you value working in a diverse team? If so you might be the one we are searching for!

In this position you will lead a team of 10 highly skilled people. The main task for this group is to secure that we receive and maintain valid certificates of our products. We are represented during all stages of our projects. The group also have contacts with authorities all around the world. Since interaction with both external and internal contacts is crucial for achieving results, good networking and communication skills are of high importance.

Core responsibilities

Strategic planning and responsible for Engine Certification Department

Resource planning for projects regarding certification engineers

Develop the certification process and interaction with other departments

Handling of all emission (exhaust and noise) certificates for Volvo Penta

Develop the Team members

For more information, please contact

Henrik Karlsson, VP Quality, Environment and Product Compliance, +46 31 3221664

Hanna Österlindh, Director Emission Compliance, +46 739 025441 The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines under the leading brands Volvo, Renault Trucks, Mack, UD Trucks, Eicher, SDLG, Terex Trucks, Prevost, Nova Bus, UD Bus, Sunwin Bus and Volvo Penta.

With Volvo Penta, a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.